Employment Training Volunteer

4 weeks ago

Glendale, United States International Rescue Committee Part time
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the worldâs worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 50 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

ABOUT US:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The IRC in Los Angeles's Employment Training Panel provides job readiness training, digital literacy, and financial literacy to newcomers and current clients that hold work authorizations in search of job opportunities. The Employment Training Panel aims to help refugees achieve self-sufficiency through paid employment and retain employment for more than 90 days (or a minimum of 500 work hours). The Employment Training Panel volunteer will assist the Workforce Literacy Program Specialist with the management of the Employment Training Panel, as well as provide assistance to clients to prepare for and secure their first job in the U.S.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteers will provide assistance to the IRC LA's Employment Training Panel clients in securing their first job in the U.S. This will include one-on-one coaching for resume creation, cover letter creation, job application and interview preparation assistance, as well as employer and employee follow-up, and documentation of self-sufficiency. Volunteers will also assist in finding jobs for clients in the Greater Los Angeles.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Volunteer will gain experience in individual coaching techniques to engage and empower clients.
Volunteer will gain experience in effective outreach strategies to help clients find and retain a job.
Volunteer will learn to create effective professional and job level specific resumes and cover letters to benefit professional development.
Volunteer will learn to communicate effectively with clients across cultures.

REQUIREMENTS:
Language Requirements - English and Spanish and/or Farsi proficiency
Excellent communication and writing skills; including cross-cultural communication skills
Proficient in Word or other word document applications
Some experience in tutoring or one-on-one coaching; includes teaching clients how to build a resume and cover letter, how to job search and complete job applications, and provide mock interview practice
Self-motivated; able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention and computer literacy

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Standard of Professional Conduct:
The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way â our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

Don't hesitate to contact Volunteer.LosAngeles@Rescue.org if you have any questions.

Job: UNPAID Volunteer


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way â our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

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